Originally Posted by transportprof

I was on UA449 today, which was delayed over an hour on departure as the ramp crew opened up the luggage hold three times to remove bags for three separate pax who didn't board the flight. Because it was an international flight, there had to be a 100% match between passengars and bags, we were told.

This kind of delay happens to me about once per year. I wonder where do these people disappear to once they've checked in and checked their bags?

Anyone out there know, or feel like speculating?